West Bromwich AlbionWest Bromwich Albion has been docked two points after breaching the EFL's financial rules. The decision leaves Albion six points above the Championship relegation zone with two matches to play.
What happened?
The EFL's Club Financial Reporting Unit alleged the club had exceeded the permitted losses of £39million over the three-year period up to the end of the 2024-25 season.
The independent Club Financial Review Panel determined that the upper loss threshold had been breached and applied the penalty.
Why it matters for West Bromwich Albion
West Brom immediately released a statement saying they were considering their options regarding an appeal but added: "For now, we will settle this on the pitch."
Albion said they disagreed with the CFRP's findings and insisted the club were compliant with the league's profitability and sustainability rules.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Points deduction | 2 |
| Position above relegation zone | 6 |
What comes next?
The decision on sanctions followed less than 24 hours after the end of the hearing. West Brom's accounts were submitted to the EFL in December, but they were not charged until the end of March.
The Baggies host promotion-chasing Ipswich on Saturday before finishing the season at relegated Sheffield Wednesday. And their next move will be crucial in determining their fate this season.
West Bromwich Albion will continue to support the great work of the Albion Foundation and its community programmes, despite the breach being related to community development expenditure.
The club's statement added that without the CFRU changing its approach to the community development expenditure, the club would not have breached the P&S rules.
